Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Caryophyllaceae

Genus:

Cerastium

Species:

Cerastium tomentosum var. tomentosum

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Subshrub

Height:

20 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

may,jun,jul

Bloom Colors:

white

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

7–21 days

Notes:

Seeds germinate readily at cool temperatures (15-18°C) and require light for germination.

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